DBM has been leading Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP/SIOP) change for over 30 years. We've realized that S&OP doesn't need to be complicated to drive results in your business, it just needs 3 ingredients: Clarity, Alignment, and Action.

Join DBM's President, Doug Dedman, as he shows you how what this looks like in practice. Get ready to make S&OP easy!


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๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น-๐˜๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฎ. ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น-๐˜„๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€. ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐˜† ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜๐˜‚๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐˜† ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐˜๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ?

Todayโ€™s manufacturers have more data than everโ€”but data alone doesnโ€™t remove constraints. Capacity, people, suppliers, and lead times all have limits.

So how do you turn real-time data into realistic plans and proactive decisions?

Join our upcoming webinar:

๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น-๐—ง๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฎ, ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น-๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€: ๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—ฆ&๐—ข๐—ฃ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ถ๐—น๐—น ๐— ๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€

Weโ€™ll discover how S&OP can help manufacturing leaders:
โ€ข Understand their true response capabilities
โ€ข Build buffers that reduce risk and disruption
โ€ข Create actionable plans aligned with operational realities
โ€ข Move from reactive firefighting to proactive decision-making

๐Ÿ“… Sept 30, 2026
๐Ÿ• 1pm ET | 7pm CET
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Register here: www.dbmsys.com/events

If youโ€™re responsible for navigating supply chain uncertainty, this webinar is for you.

#Manufacturing #SupplyChain #SOP #SupplyChainPlanning #Operations

1 week ago | [YT] | 1

DBM

A new tool won't fix a broken planning process.

Technology creates value when it's built on already existing clear ownership, alignment, and decision-making.

That's why Executive S&OP is ultimately a leadership challenge, not a technology challenge.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Want to see the full discussion? Watch our latest webinar recording: events.zoom.us/e/hub/channel/xHk2i8RMSz6kKcSKKAIJTโ€ฆ

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

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The most effective S&OP teams aren't making decisions with perfect data. They're making better decisions despite imperfect data.

Here's what separates high-performing teams:

โœ… Aligning sales, operations, and finance around one plan
โœ… Focused on assumptions and scenarios, not just forecasts
โœ… Identifes risks early and create response plans
โœ… They use S&OP to drive confidence in decisions, not certainty in data

Join us tomorrow for "How S&OP Turns Imperfect Data into Better Decisions" and learn how leading organizations use S&OP to transform uncertainty into actionable plans.

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, July 29 at 1PM ET
๐ŸŽฏ Online via Zoom
๐Ÿ”— www.dbmsys.com/events/stop-waiting-for-better-data

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

DBM

Perfect data doesn't exist.

But that's okay, because you don't need perfect data for S&OP to drive improvement in your organization.

Stop waiting for better data. Learn how you can actually use S&OP to turn imperfect data into better decisions.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register for our webinar next week on July 29 at 1pm: www.dbmsys.com/events/stop-waiting-for-better-data

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

DBM

Stop waiting for better data. Start making better decisions.

Many companies believe they need cleaner data, better software, or AI before they can improve planning.

Yet despite these investments, they often continue to struggle with:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Misalignment,
๐Ÿ‘‰ Poor forecasts,
๐Ÿ‘‰ Or slow decision-making.

Leading organizations use S&OP to align teams around a single view of the business and make better decisions. Rather than waiting for perfect data, they use the planning process to drive results.

Join us whether you're implementing S&OP for the first time or improving an existing process. You'll leave with a practical framework to enhance decision-making and planning performance across the business.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ July 29th, 1 PM ET (7PM CET)
โฐ 1 Hour
โœ… Reserve your spot: www.dbmsys.com/events/stop-waiting-for-better-data

2 months ago | [YT] | 0

DBM

Missed our recent webinar on demand forecasting? Here are some of the key takeaways.

In this session, S&OP expert Doug Dedman explored why forecasts fail, what makes them valuable, and where planning teams should focus their efforts to drive better business decisions.

Watch the full recording: events.zoom.us/e/hub/channel/xHk2i8RMSz6kKcSKKAIJTโ€ฆ

2 months ago | [YT] | 0

DBM

Soโ€ฆ whatโ€™s the truth when it comes to demand forecasting? ๐Ÿค”

This disconnect isnโ€™t rare. itโ€™s actually one of the biggest reasons organizations struggle to plan effectively.

If youโ€™ve ever seen or even experienced firsthand forecasting meetings turn into internal debates, youโ€™re not alone.

Join the upcoming webinar hosted by Doug Dedman and learn how to build forecasts your entire team can trust.

Register now: www.dbmsys.com/events/demand-forecasting

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

DBM

We put together a simple 5-step guide to help keep your S&OP practical and on track. It includes:

โœ… Checklists and scorecards to keep meetings focused
โœ… Common pitfalls (and how to avoid them)
โœ… Frameworks to clarify roles and ownership
โœ… A step-by-step structure you can actually follow

Download it for free: www.dbmsys.com/free-guides/5steps

2 months ago | [YT] | 0

DBM

Demand forecasts often inspire more argument than action.

You might think the issue is a lack of accuracy, but the root problem is a lack of trust: inconsistent definitions, assumptions, and missing accountabilities.

In this webinar, weโ€™ll show how you can use the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to:

โœ… Move from disconnected plans to a single, trusted forecast
โœ… Drive the right measurements to improve forecast accuracy
โœ… Achieve meaningful improvements in service levels, inventory, and operational performance
โœ… Drive accountability through data

If youโ€™re trying to build rigor and trust in your forecasts, this webinar is built for you.

Date: June 30
Time: 1 PM ET | 7 PM CET

Reserve your spot: www.dbmsys.com/events/demand-forecasting

3 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 4

DBM

Calling all S&OP leaders:




Less clutter in your inbox means more room for insights that actually make a difference.


Thatโ€™s why we evolved our email newsletter into a focused, monthly briefing built for operations and supply chain leaders.


Each month, our newsletter will include:

โœ… A strategic S&OP insight and actionable takeaways
โœ… A note from our President with real S&OP experiences and practical insights for executives
โœ… The latest updates, upcoming events, and highlights from our team


Sign up for high-value S&OP insights delivered once a month to your inbox: www.dbmsys.com/dbm-executive

3 months ago | [YT] | 1